Harlequin as a Painter

Francesco Bartolozzi, after Giovanni Domenico Ferretti

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an artist at work. The scene depicts a person sitting at a chair, leaning over another individual to paint their portrait. The artist uses a brush and holds a pot. Several pottery items are placed around the figures, including a pitcher spilling liquid onto the floor. An easel in the middle displays a human figure portrait. The drawing showcases varied textures and intricate linework for depth and shading.